A simple shift with major impact. We took our favorite silk, our favorite black-and-white color combination (it's back, big time), and our favorite boxy, tapered silhouette to create a transitional dress that looks great on everybody who's given it a go. The pull-on style is relaxed, but you can also cinch it with a belt when you're in a more pulled-together mood. * Three-quarter raglan sleeves * Above-knee length * Silk crêpe de Chine; lined * Imported

MADE BY EILEEN FISHER EXCLUSIVELY FOR GARNET HILL A modern update to an easy knit, this dress in washable Italian wool swings with accordion pleat detailing. * Eileen Fisher * Three-quarter sleeves * Above-knee length * Italian wool * Imported This dress has a more relaxed fit than pictured, and is knit of lightweight Italian wool.

Our popular boatneck dress has a bit more weight to it this year (so it skims the body even better), and comes in a wave of new shades. The easy A-line shape has a center seam in back for definition. Swings from day to part-ay, depending on the accessories — necklace, scarf, belt, boots, or pumps. Think of it as your stylish blank canvas. * Three-quarter sleeves * Above-knee length * Midweight cotton/modal/spandex * Imported

A wool dress sans sleeves has seasonless appeal — wear it solo now or layered with a jacket or cardigan as the temperature dips. This knit is particularly witty, with a basketweave stitch at the top and micro-ribs at the skirt. And the overall A-line and forgiving fit promises to flatter. * By Eileen Fisher * Scoop neck * Sleeveless * Knee length * Wool * Imported

MADE BY EILEEN FISHER FOR GARNET HILL The newest entry in the easy-dress line-up has a subtle cowl-neck, a soft, flat knit for flattery, and a way of looking at home anywhere, from a PowerPoint presentation to a dinner party. Part of Eileen Fisher's System Dressing, it travels well and mixes seamlessly with other pieces in the collection. * By Eileen Fisher * Three-quarter sleeves * Knee length * Viscose/spandex * USA/Imported

Graceful lines give this surplice number the go-anywhere flexibility to take you from work mode to party mood — whether you go for classic black or a statement-making print...or both. In our favorite viscose jersey that drapes the body beautifully. * Three-quarter sleeves * Knee length * Viscose/elastane; lined * Imported

Our modern approach to lace dressing maintains the grace but adds a streamlined silhouette. The clean sheath of lace is lined in a weighty, wonderfully flattering ponte knit. Features a scoop neck, three-quarter (unlined) sleeves with scalloped edges, and an above-knee length that keeps the look chic. Wear it from office to opera without missing a beat (or libretto). * Nylon/rayon/spandex* Imported Updated based on customer feedback: This dress features a flattering A-line silhouette (less fitted than shown), and does not include a belt.

This year's iteration of our much-loved merino sweater dress is spun from slightly heavier wool and cut with a slightly more forgiving fit — all in the name of ease. We love the way it looks solo or accessorized to the hilt, belt to boots. * Three-quarter sleeves * Above-knee length * Midweight merino wool * Imported

There's a shift to the shift in fashion circles and we've made sure our favorite entry is flattering to every body — with strategic seaming and discreetly tucked pockets for a clean fit. Vintage-inspired embellishment at the neckline adds just the right wow. In a midweight ponte that spans the seasons and the occasions, from conference room to cocktails. * Sleeveless * Back zipper * Above-knee length * Rayon/nylon/spandex ponte knit; lined * Portugal

Our double-layer dress is twice as nice. With a drapey midweight body and a lightweight overlay, it floats from fall days right through the holidays. A chiffon bow at the back (to tie or not) adds an insouciant touch. * Sleeveless * Chiffon bow at back neckline * Hidden back zipper * Above-knee length * Viscose/elastane * Imported

Find the perfect little black dress for every event at Garnet Hill. In addition to black party dresses, find casual black dresses for effortless style day to night. Little black dresses are extremely versatile — dress them up with jewelry for a night out or wear them solo. With gentle gathers, flowing tiers, eye-catching embellishments or flattering ruching — each little black dress has its own individual allure. Every closet needs a little black dress, and we have yours.